The 12 Patterns of Denial: #1 Avoidance in Addiction
People with addiction or substance abuse problems use different forms of denial to keep themselves in the addictive cycle. Avoidance in addiction is one example. Denial can be a dysfunctional protection mechanism which you may use to protect yourself from having to recognise, deal with and accept the reality of what is occurring in your […]
Amphetamine Dependence Treatment
Amphetamine addiction is a serious condition that affects many individuals worldwide. It can have profound impacts on a person’s health, relationships, and overall quality of life. Fortunately, there are various treatment options available to help those struggling with this form of addiction. Amphetamine addiction treatment often involves a combination of approaches, including medical interventions, behavioural […]
12 Patterns of Denial in Addiction – Are You in Denial?
To recover from addiction, it is incredibly important to be able to identify denial. The 12 patterns of denial were developed by international addiction expert Terence Gorski to do just that. Read more about the 12 patterns of denial below: Denial & Avoidance Absolute Denial Denial & Minimising Denial & Rationalising Denial & Blaming Denial & Comparing Denial […]
Codependency And Families Facing Addiction
Codependency on a loved one addicted to alcohol or other drugs can be a deadly affair. By definition, codependency is an unhealthily close relationship where one person plays one of these six enabling roles that allow another’s addictive behaviour to continue. The enabler is convinced that they are doing the right and caring thing by […]
Drug Use and Pregnancy: What Happens to Babies Exposed to Cocaine?
Using cocaine during pregnancy can have serious, and even fatal, consequences for babies. It may be very difficult for pregnant women who are addicted to cocaine to read this post but it is intended to educate, not to judge. We urge you to seek rehab treatment sooner rather than later for the best outcomes for […]
What Happens to Babies Exposed to Benzodiazepines?
Using benzodiazepines, commonly known as tranquilisers, during pregnancy can have serious consequences for infants. It may be very difficult for pregnant women who are addicted to benzodiazepines to read this post but it is intended to educate, not to judge. We urge you to seek treatment sooner rather than later for the best outcomes for […]
What Happens to Babies Exposed To Alcohol?
Using alcohol during pregnancy can have serious, and even fatal, consequences for babies. It may be challenging for pregnant women who are addicted to alcohol to read this post but it is intended to educate, not to judge. We urge you to seek treatment sooner rather than later for the best outcomes for you and […]
Weed in South Africa: Legal Status and Addiction Risks
Weed in South Africa is decriminalised for private adult use. Selling and public smoking are still criminal offences under the Cannabis for Private Purposes Act, 2024. Cannabis is also the substance most often listed at admission in local rehab facilities. The facts below cover what counts as legal, how the market works on the ground […]
What’s the Link Between Addiction and Cluster B Personality Disorders?
We’ve looked at the link between addiction and personality disorders more generally but now it’s time to get specific and look at each disorder in detail, and more specifically, Cluster B personality disorders. Personality disorders are grouped into three clusters. Read on for an in-depth look at the science behind the link between Cluster B […]
What’s the Link Between Addiction and Cluster A Personality Disorders?
The link between addiction and personality disorders more generally but now it’s time to get specific, read on for an in-depth look at the science behind the link between Cluster A personality disorders and substance abuse problems. A personality disorder is a mental health condition that affects the way a person thinks, feels and behaves […]